Byrne Statement on Debt Ceiling Vote

Washington, DC – February 11, 2014 – Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) released the following statement after voting against a “clean” debt ceiling package.

Byrne said: “Our country continues to accumulate new debt without regard for the consequences. The President has shown no fiscal restraint during his time in office, running up historic deficits year after year. I strongly believe fiscal conservatives must continue fighting to hold the line on this issue for the future of our country.

“I said that I could only support a debt ceiling package that reflects the urgency of our fiscal situation. Unfortunately, this package does not meet that threshold. I hope to work with my colleagues to promote fiscally conservative policies that will balance the federal budget and reduce the debt.”